Please help, havent been myself. :(

[kb107]

Hello all, first off I would like to say thanks to whoever will take the time to answer this question I know its Turkey Day. :) I wish I were feeling better though. This all started approx. 13 weeks ago with an HIV scare. I got tested for all stds, and HIV at 12 weeks/3 months/84 days, after an unprotected encounter with a woman, all negative, so Im in the clear and was super-happy. However, that did not last long. Two days after I wasnt feeling too well and went to local med clinic. The doctor took blood and discovered a minor case of Pericarditis, which he explained to me was the cause of my shortness of breath and most other symptoms. Then I was happy again and started to focus on getting my pericarditis better and moving on. Two days after that I was called about my blood tests and everything came back normal, Thank God, except for the fact that I had high liver enzymes. AST 155-ALT-88. The doctor once again told me not to worry and take it up with my PCP, (he was only a temporary doctor at a local clinic thats open 24/7) Now this has me worried. :( once again. I thought once I would recieve my HIV 12 week negative I could move on and feel better again. 13 weeks ago I was the healthiest 18 year old I could be. But now, I feel far from that. Hepatitus did cross my mind as a cause of the elevation but I had my vaccines for A and B, and C is not sexually transmitted. Also, the woman seemed very amiable about the fact that she didnt have anything, and after testing negative for everything I believe her. Im just really relaly frustrated to say the least and want to move on from all this. I did go through A LOT of stress and anxiety the past 13 weeks and wonder how that factors in. Other than that, I tested negative so should be healthy right?! :(
My symptoms are:
-Shortness of breath, a lot worse upon exertion, as I tried excercising the other week and could not. Almost to the point of atrial fibrilation.
-Constipation, somewhat, I had a really high metabolism before this and would have bowel movements about 2-3 times a day. Now its about 1-2 every two days.
--lightheadedness at times.
--A lot of randomized burping. Not anything to do with food because its still there when not eating although frequency is higher.
--General, not painful, discomfort in the area under my right ribs(liver), left ribs as well.
--Whats the most unusual though, is that I cannot take a deep breath without feeling tightness/fullness in my abdomen.
--Hyperventilation(anxiety)
--Fatigue.
I really cannot see this being serious as I was just fine before all this. However, in todays world you never do know. I am going to my PCP and my mothers Hepatologist(liver doctor) tomorrow for many tests. :( I really dont know what it may be. But, the only hope i still have is the fact that my 12 week HIV test is negative!! And im so happy yet so distressed, if anyone out there could just give me some comfort I would greatly appreciate it. God bless, One Love, and Happy Thanksgiving Everyone. :)

[mandy876]

sounds like your first encounter was upsetting toyou.  youanxiety is expected.  nowadays ou cant be too careful.  always  precautions you neve knoew wha anyone might give you. keep up with your doctrs advise bit use recautions.  be more careful and you wont ned to wory so much.     gloria789

[SassyLassie]

Hello~I am sorry you are going through so much emotional misery, I can relate.

A lot of your symptoms sound like anxiety, I have some of them, and I know the more uptight I get about certain symptoms, the worse they become. I have seen doctors, etc and they tell me I am fine, but, I still get upset, so, I can relate.

I would see your PCP, go over everything with him/her and then if you are told you are fine, really try to believe the doctor. Focusing on your worries will only engrave them more in your mind and it will be a vicious circle for you.

[kb107]

I also dont have any tats, I read that Hep C is not sexually transmitted, at least it doesn't happen too often. And I got my Hep A and Hep B 3-dose vaccines completed just last year, only 18 :( I just feel so nervous and scared, run of the mill tests tomorrow. :(

[kb107]

Hello all, much thanks for the answers! I know I was too focused on the transmission of the stds, however, I tested out negative to all except I never tested for syphillis, or herpes and hep based on advice from my counselor because I didnt have anything else, (neg. For HIV, Chlamydia and gonorrhea) past window period of course. I do not have anything significant in my history, other than the fact that there is presence of fatty liver on both sides of my family. I do not do drugs, drink, or smoke what so ever. And also, this was my first sexual act :( I was a virgin before this. Im only taking naproxen as an anti-inflammatory due to the pericarditis, I know that this can elevate enzymes but I was not prescribed for it before the bloodwork. I have no symptoms whatsoever other than the ones listed above, skin and eye color normal. I appreciate the answer nut do not think it'd Lyme, and ive tried meditation just not working lol. Thanks guys, its greatly appreciated. :)

[Caryopteris]

You are extremely focused on STDs.  It is good to take precautions, but if you fail to, have the tests, and if negative, move on.  

Elevated labs are very complex.  History needs to be taken into account.  We dont know how much you drink, smoke, take any prescription drugs, etc.  Is your skin yellow?  Eyes?  Do you have tattoos?  More questions than answers.  

[Chrismast]

You need to see a Lyme literate doctor.  Given your symptoms this is very likely the cause.  We have lived with Lyme for years in my family and trust me when I say I know what you are going through.  Go to www.underourskin.com or www.ILADS.com for more info.

[gymdandee]

The first and most important thing is to listen to your doctor! then the next is to straighten your head out! Try doing some meditation